Deloitte’s Business Resource Group Expo is tomorrow!

When:  Tomorrow, November 10^th

6-8pm

Where:  Melcher Hall Room 160

What:  A great opportunity to network with Deloitte professionals and learn the importance of diversity and inclusion within the firm! 

We encourage you to join representatives from our Deloitte Houston BRGs to get their perspective!

Appetizers and drinks will be served!

There is a scholarship available that is focused on YOU -- the Financial Executives International scholarship. The deadline to submit an application will be November 16th. The qualifications that this scholarship are:

• A  major in either accounting or finance
• Minimum GPA 3.75
• At least junior status
• Active participant in community service
• Financial Need
• A graduation date beyond May 2010

To apply (especially if you have not already done so) please submit a Bauer Scholarship Application. In fact, you are encouraged to submit one application (at the beginning of the year) every year that will be pulled for all scholarships that awarded throughout the year.

For more information on the Financial Executives International scholarship, please contact our new Scholarship Coordinator, Justin Sneed:

Justin Sneed
Scholarship Coordinator
Bauer College of Business
Suite 350 Melcher Hall
Phone: 713-743-6706
Email: jsneed@bauer.uh.edu

If you are interested in applying for the Fifth-Year Accounting Student Scholarship Program, Please:

• Contact Michael Newman at MichaelN@UH.edu for the application form
• Attach a copy of your resume
• Include an official (sealed) copy of your official transcript

Who can apply?  Students who…

• Are classified as residents of Texas
• Are enrolled at participating public or private, non-profit colleges and universities in Texas (including junior/community colleges)
• Are enrolled at least half-time
• Will have completed at least 120 hours of college course work (including at least 15 semester credit hours of accounting) at the beginning of the term in which the award is being made
• Are making satisfactory academic progress
• Have not already taken the CPA exam, but plan to take the CPA examination in the State of Texas and are willing to sign a written statement confirming the intent to take the written examination conducted by the Texas State Board of Public Accounting for the purpose of being granted a certificate of "Certified Public Accountant"
• Register for the Selective Service or are exempt from this requirement
• Demonstrate financial need (please apply for FAFSA by going to http://www.uh.edu/financial/undergraduate/how-apply/ if you have not already done so)

The award may be used at participating public and private, non-profit colleges and universities in Texas, including junior/community colleges. Individuals may receive a scholarship for up to $5000.

Please submit your applications to Michael Newman (MH390A) by Monday, November 9th.

The Tax Executive Institute (TEI) is giving $25,000 in scholarships to ten qualified applicants this December. We are one of only 5 educational institutions receiving these awards, in recognition of the high quality of our MS Accountancy Program Taxation Track. Two scholarships will be presented to Bauer MS Accountancy Tax Track students at the TEI Christmas party on December 19th.  

To be considered you must be registered as a full time MS Accountancy Tax Track student in the Spring 2010 semester, and

• Have a 3.0 or higher GPA;
• Write a letter of introduction (2-3 pages maximum) explaining why you are interested in practicing in the area of tax, any experience you have in tax what your career goals are, and any financial need you may have;
• Submit a copy of your class schedule for the fall semester; and,
• Include a copy of your resume and an official transcript.

Please deliver the application package to the attention of Michael Newman (MH 390A) by noon Friday, November 13th.  The recipients will be announced on Friday, November 20th and will be invited to attend the TEI Christmas Party, where they will receive their checks. If you are selected, please be prepared to give them your social security number.

Students entering the MS Accountancy Program in 2010 are eligible as long as they are pursuing the Tax Track.

The Houston Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is awarding two $1500 scholarships to U.H. students who plan on completing the three courses (ACCT 4375: Internal Audit, ACCT 4397: Enterprise Risk Management, and ACCT4397: Control & Security of Financial Information) required for the Global IIA and Bauer Internal Audit Certificates before they graduate with a BBA in Accounting, or who are taking the Risk or Internal Audit Track as an MS Accountancy student.

To be considered you must be an undergraduate student and

• Have a 3.0 or higher GPA
• Have completed ACCT 4375: Internal Audit as an undergraduate student or ACCT7397 Governance as a MS Accountancy student
• Write and sign a letter of introduction/goal statement (2-3 pages maximum) explaining why you are interested in internal audit and what your career goals are
• Please include a statement that you will be completing the Internal Audit Certificate (if you are an undergrad student) or Risk or Internal Audit Track (if you are a MS Accountancy student) at the end of your letter/goal statement
• Submit a copy of your class schedule for the fall semester showing you are taking the remaining one or two courses needed to complete both the Bauer and Global IIA Certificate in Internal Auditing before you graduate with your current degree
• Include a copy of your resume and an official transcript

Please deliver the application package to Michael R. Newman (MH 390A) by noon Wednesday, November 25th.  The recipients will be notified by December 11th.

By VIRGINIA SMITH, EMPLOYMENT CORRESPONDENT

 http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/jobs/6671473.html

There is one thing every small business, corporation and nonprofit organization needs — an accountant on some level — and that is one reason this field continues to withstand downturns in the economy.

“We have seen the accounting field continue to be stable, and it has been less affected by the recession than some other positions,” said Sue Burnett, president, Burnett Staffing, Houston.

According to Burnett, in past recessions companies and organizations hired more contract accountants, but this time more are opting to put these much-needed positions directly on the payroll.

There are many different types of accounting jobs, from non-degreed accounting clerks to the degreed accountants. Degreed accountants usually work as analysts in finance and auditing, for example. With experience, accountants may move into positions such as controller, comptroller, vice president of finance, chief finance officer, or become consultants and open their own firms.

“We are seeing greater demand for higher-level positions than for non-degreed positions that usually handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and possibly other responsibilities,” Burnett said.

Tax auditors and controllers also are in demand.

“Those with experience with any of the Big Four (accounting firms), such as Deloitte & Touche or Ernst & Young, are in high demand and can almost write their own ticket,” Burnett said.

Those interested in moving into this field will find degree plans at most colleges and business schools. Business colleges usually offer an associate degree in accounting.

The University of Houston C.T. Bauer College of Business, Department of Accountancy and Taxation offers three programs designed to prepare students to pass the Texas Certified Public Accountant exam and make the most of their chosen fields.

The Professional Program in Accountancy lays the groundwork for undergraduate students. A master's in accountancy degree is offered for those with bachelor's degrees in any area who want to transition to accounting. The Certificate in Accountancy Program provides a quick and complete overview of the requirements for the Texas Uniform CPA exam.

The Academy of Distinguished Scholars (ADS) at The University of Texas at Arlington is sponsoring a new award competition for students currently enrolled and in good standing in any graduate program in a Texas institution of higher education.  Eligible students are invited to submit a short (800-word) preliminary proposal describing how current knowledge could be applied to improve the lives of citizens of Texas.

The winner of the UT Arlington ADS Public Interest Award and those proposals designated honorable mentions will receive cash prizes.  To submit a proposal, graduate students should visit http://www.uta.edu/ads.

The 2009-2010 Public Interest Awards Competition
The Academy of Distinguished Scholars (ADS) at the University of Texas at Arlington invites proposals for the 2009-2010 Public Interest Awards competition from graduate students who are currently enrolled in Texas institutions of higher education.

Beginning in the 2009-2010 academic year, the UT-Arlington ADS Public Interest Awards will be given annually for proposals that suggest ways to apply research and scholarship in the interest of the people of the State of Texas. The intent of these awards is to identify and publicly recognize ideas that have a significant potential to advance the public interest through the application of research and knowledge obtained through graduate students' educational activities in Texas institutions of higher education.

Awards
Three awards will be given each year: a primary award in the amount of $5,000 and two honorable mention awards in the amount of $2,500 each. Because a major purpose of the awards is to strengthen the links between higher education and public policy in the State of Texas, all proposals should state explicitly how the proposed idea could be implemented into public life through legislation, public policy, a special funding initiative, etc.

Graduate students who are interested in participating in this year's competition should begin by reviewing the eligibility criteria.

Eligibility Criteria
You are eligible to submit a proposal if you are:
•    currently enrolled
•    a student in good standing
•    in any graduate-level program within a Texas institution of higher education, and
•    not a previous recipient of a UT-Arlington ADS Public Interest Award
Because you must meet all four of these criteria to be eligible to participate, you will need to provide the name and contact information for a faculty sponsor who can confirm your eligibility in terms of all four criteria. Please fill out the form with the following information (note: Faculty webpage is: http://www.bauer.uh.edu/search/directory/index2.asp?dept=ACCT):

A student who meets the eligibility criteria can submit a single proposal for the 2008-2009 competition. Multiple proposals from the same student will not be considered.

Preparing Your Proposal
Eligible students should prepare their proposals in Word 1997-2003. All proposals should be limited to 800 words. Use standard 1-inch margins and Arial 12-point typeface. All paragraphs should be set flush left, with one space between lines. Separate paragraphs from each other with a single blank line.
If they are essential to convey the meaning and import of the proposal, either 1 or 2 graphic elements may also be included. A graphic element may take the form of a figure, table, schematic drawing, or photograph. Any words that appear in these graphic elements should be included in the total word count, which cannot exceed 800 words.

Proposals will be evaluated on the four criteria of
1)    their potential positive impact on society,
2)    their creativity,
3)    their viability / potential for implementation, and
4)    their cost-effectiveness. Proposals can reflect any areas of academic study; they are not restricted to particular academic disciplines. Explicit information about all but the second of these criteria should be provided.

Submitting Your Proposal
All proposals for the 2009-2010 competition must be submitted on-line during the period of October 1 through November 15, 2009. All of the required submission information and the completed proposal should be uploaded using the form found at http://www.uta.edu/ads. If any of the required information is not provided, the proposal application will not be uploaded and retained.

Submission Deadlines
September 1, 2009 - The official launch date of the website for University of Texas Academy of Distinguished Scholars.
November 15, 2009 - The ending data for acceptance of proposals to be considered for the 2009-2010 competition. The website will accept no additional proposals after this date in the 2009-2010 academic year. 

Beta Alpha Psi and Deloitte & Touche have teamed up again for Launch. This event is geared towards improving interview and communication skills for Junior and Senior level students who will be interviewing during this Fall semester for internships and full-time positions.
 
Launch will be held Tuesday, October 13th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Deloitte’s Office (1111 Bagby St., Houston, TX  77002).  We would like all attendees to arrive by 5:45 PM so we may begin in a timely manner.
Beta Alpha Psi, HBSA & PPA students are invited to participate in this event. It will include formal interviewing sessions along with mix and mingle activities designed to further develop students’ communication skills.
 
Attendees should dress in professional business attire to get the most out of the event.  Remember to bring copies of your resume and business cards for distribution to the Deloitte interviewers.  Students should treat this event as a real interview by doing research and preparation work beforehand.  Come with a position in mind.

Please note that this event is to aid those who are new to interviewing or are in need of improved interviewing skills.  Therefore, if you have already secured a position, please allow a student who can better benefit from the event to have the seat.

To RSVP:

Send an E-Mail to ushoustondeloittelau@deloitte.com (if you have question, please do not use this email address, another address is listed below).

 IMPORTANT NOTES:  All students must enter his/her full name in the RSVP email.  Security at Deloitte’s building requires names of attendees at after-hours events.  Seating is limited: 50 students will be able to participate on a first-come first-serve basis.  

Additionally, in order to get credit for your attendance, you must state whether you are a member of BAP, PPA, HBSA or Multiple (list all that apply).  Benefits for attendance from the various groups are listed below:

BAP Students: 20 points will be awarded for the event and it will fulfill a professional meeting requirement for those attending.  As seating is limited, if you RSVP and are granted a seat but do not show, there will be a penalty of 20 points.  You may cancel your reservation without penalty, if the cancellation is performed by end of day Friday, October 9th, in order to allow adequate time for another student to reserve the seat.

PPA Students: Attendance to the Launch event will count as a Mock Interview.

For further information send an email to: wfalkenhagen@deloitte.com or to corporate@uhbap.org with “Launch” in the subject line.

Student parking fees will be validated by Deloitte at the event, but only if you are parked in the Heritage parking garage.  Maps to the Deloitte office and Heritage Parking garage are attached below.

Beta Alpha Psi
Gamma Delta Chapter
www.uhbap.org

Deloitte
www.deloitte.com

Deloitte Office and Parking Locations:
 

 

Detailed View w/ parking instructions:

M&K CPAS, PLLC, a growing PCAOB registered public accounting firm in Northwest Houston, is looking for staff auditors. This position will be responsible for assisting in external audits of small to midsize public companies.

Responsibilities will require only limited travel (less than 20%). Our salaries are comparable with other much larger firms and all overtime is paid. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, LTD, life insurance, vacation & 401K plan. Salary adjustments and evaluations take place at least twice each year.

A degree in accounting is required, but recent and December college graduates and candidates with less than 3 years of experience are encouraged to apply.

Please visit our website at www.mkacpas.com and send resumes to Jon Ridenour at jridenour@mkacpas.com

Good morning all!

The IIA Research Foundation (IIARF) is pleased to announce the 2010 Esther R. Sawyer Manuscript Completion Award Competition.

Students wishing to compete in the annual Esther R. Sawyer Award can only do so if they are entering or currently enrolled at the University of Houston (or another IAEP Partner Level school) as undergraduates or graduates, have completed the Internal Auditing Certificate or will do so by May, 2010, or will be completing the Internal Audit/Risk Track for the MS Accountancy Program in 2010.

Students are asked to submit an original manuscript on a specified topic, which is related to modern internal auditing.  The topic for 2010 is as follows:

What lessons should internal auditors learn from the current financial crisis? What opportunities for improvement exist for the internal audit (IA) profession in the risk management and governance arenas?  What corrections should be made moving forward to:

a.       better prevent such a global crisis from occurring in the future?
b.       enhance IA’s value to stakeholders and senior management?

The 2010 Esther R. Sawyer Manuscript Completion Award carries a cash prize of US $5,000 to the award winner, and the award winner is invited to attend the annual International Conference (registration and travel expenses are paid for).

Submissions are due March 1, 2010 and submission instructions and additional background information can be found by going to the following IIA link:  http://www.theiia.org/research/submit-a-proposal/scholarships-and-grants/esther-r-sawyer-scholarship-award/

I am available to help any students who are interested on working on this award. All you have to do is ask!

Michael R. Newman, PhD, MS Accountancy, MBA, CPA

IAEP Coordinator, Director of Professional Accounting Programs &
Clinical Professor
Bauer College Department of Accountancy & Taxation
334 Melcher Hall Suite 390A
University of Houston
Houston, Texas 77204
UH# (713) 743-4857; Fax (713) 743-4828
Cell (832) 452-9154; Email: MichaelN@UH.edu

 

Dbriefs U At a glance Business Tax Credits — Carrot or Stick? Description Agenda View webcast Governments often use tax credits as policy tools to influence business and public behavior. How can businesses, governments, and the public benefit from credits? We'll discuss: A historical perspective on tax credits and how they steer issues such as job creation, energy usage, and the environment. Distinctions between tax credits and discretionary incentives - their intent, application, and benefits. State audit and defense issues that impact the life expectancy of credits and the calculation of their worth. Learn about this niche area of the tax profession and how current lawmakers may leverage tax credits to reshape public policy and business decisions. 58 minutes Download presentation slides Introduction - Tax and public policy Example - Energy tax credits ("going green") Types of credits Credit mechanics Case study - policy meets financial innovation Career opportunities Supplemental Material Download supplemental material Discussion/Quiz Questions 1. Why are business tax credits growing in popularity in today's business environment? 2. What general utilization limitations exist once the amount of the applicable credit for any taxable year has been determined? 3. Identify 3 applicable federal or state tax credits under the following categories: (1) Location, (2) Eligible Investment, and (3) Workforce/job creation. Describe generally how the tax credit is determined and the public policy objective for each incentive. Learning Activity Case Study: Case Study: Business Expansion Presented with a set of facts about a company that expanded its manufacturing facility, the student will identify and compute applicable credits and incentives available for the business expansion, and evaluate the company's alternatives for utilizing the various incentives. 40-60 minutes 1633 Broadway New York, NY 10019-6754 United States © 2009 Deloitte Development LLC. Deloitte refers to one or more Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, a Swiss Verein, and its network of member firms, each of which is a legally separate and independent entity. Please see www.deloitte.com/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu and its member firms.

Please Note Important Registration & Payment Information

Students may enroll (or re-enroll if dropped for non-payment) into available business courses (subject to seat availability) until the last day to add a fall class on Saturday, August 29th.

Be sure to check prerequisites.  Once courses are added, students should pay or make payment arrangements immediately.

The disenrollment for nonpayment process runs on a regular basis. Faculty and staff may not enroll students into business courses that are full.

No enrollment may be initiated after the last day to add.

We are currently offering an internship for a student currently seeking an undergraduate accounting degree. Senior level students that are eager to learn and be challenged are encouraged to apply. Wage rate is dependent of the individual’s experience, but would approximately be $15.50 per hour.
 
Interns will be able to choose their schedule between the hours of 8 am to 5 pm and must be willing to work at least 16 hours a week.  We have no required overtime or Saturday work days. 

Candidates must have strong analytical skills, Word and Excel skills, the ability to work with a team, and be able to accomplish tasks individually.  Candidates must have their own transportation and be able to meet and work at client offices located in the Houston area. Candidates will be paid for their mileage.

We are a Houston based CPA firm dedicated to providing audit services.  We are growing and need exceptional individuals that are ready to learn and be challenged to complement our team of professionals.  Our office strives to maintain an upbeat, fun, family-oriented environment and we’re seeking a team member that strives for the same qualities. 

We simply have more benefits to offer and more great qualities about our firm to share than we can get in this ad so you’ll need to review our website at www.texasauditors.com. Please send a cover letter describing why you selected an accounting career and what makes you the best candidate. Send your cover letter and resume to info@texasauditors.com.  

Thanks,

Anthony Cardiel, CPA
Senior Auditor
Belt Harris & Associates, LLLP
Certified Public Accountants
acardiel@txauditors.com
www.texasauditors.com
 
Houston
730 N. Post Oak Rd., Suite 401
Houston, TX 77024
PH: 713.263.1123
FX: 713.263.1550

Austin
100 Congress Ave., Suite 2000
Austin, TX 78701
PH: 512.381.0222

BRITISH GAS     

Date: June 1, 2009
Position Title:  Intern
Reporting to:   Christie Shepard, Director, Back Office
Department: Finance – Back Office

Send Resume to: Vicki Garza at vicki.garza@BG-group.com   AND Christie Shephard at christie.shepard@BG-group.com

Location:  Houston, Texas

Basic Function:  This position is responsible for assisting settlements, confirmation and accounts payable with filing, pre-audit testing, analytics and special projects as dictated by business needs.

Principal Accountabilities

Essential Functions:

• File documents
• Prepare spreadsheets, sort and pivot data
• Analyze internal data for performance indicators and metrics
• Perform validations and testing on historical data, files, policy requirements
• Reconcile data elements from various internal systems
• Perform invoice validations on auto pay invoices
• General data entry
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations
• Contact counterparties for prior period adjustment support
• Copy invoices for submission to accounts payable
• Perform special project as dictated by business needs 

Qualifications/Know-How

• Actively pursuing Accounting/Finance/Business degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with filing and general data entry.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Access.
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Energetic, self motivated team player with an eye for detail and accuracy.
• Good problem solving skills with the initiative to investigate analyze and resolve issues.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, focused on teamwork, research and problem solving. 

Nature & Scope
 Hands-on position requiring strong organizational skills. Excellent filing skills. Works independently. Should be flexible and able to switch quickly from one task to another when dictated by business needs. Involves cross-departmental interaction with internal departments. Scope includes oversight of pre-audit testing for historical transactions, assist with internal billing reclasses, reconciliations, reporting and analysis across multiple entities.     

Gainer, Donnelly & Desroches, LLP, the oldest local certified public accounting firm in Houston, Texas, provides highly personalized and complete tax, audit business planning and advisory services to privately-held businesses and individuals across all industries with special expertise in high net worth, construction, energy, healthcare, manufacturing, and real estate. The Firm has a diverse clientele from individuals and small business owners to multi-national corporations with gross revenues in excess of $1 billion.

We are looking for tax and audit interns for the spring semester 2010 to add to our amazing mix of characters.

The ideal candidate will be in their 4th year of a 5 year PPA Program and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

If you would like more information about us, please visit www.gddcpa.com.  

Please e-mail all resumes to bsupernaw@gddcpa.com

Brittany Supernaw,   
Recruiting Coordinator
bsupernaw@gddcpa.com
DIRECT 713-333-3229
                                                                                  
Gainer Donnelly & Desroches LLP
CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
5847 San Felipe, Suite 1100 | Houston, TX 77057
TEL 713-621-8090 | FAX 713-333-6699
www.gddcpa.com